Asher Wyatt

Asher Wyatt is an automotive journalist with a background in mechanical engineering and over a decade of hands-on experience in the performance tuning world. Before joining Cars and Horsepower, he worked in aftermarket development, helping design custom exhaust and suspension systems for European and Japanese sports cars. His writing blends technical know-how with a storyteller’s flair, covering everything from high-revving track weapons to the subtle brilliance of daily drivers. When he’s not wrenching or writing, Asher can be found hunting twisty backroads in his modified E46.

The Future Of Clean Cars: How GM Plans To Win With Batteries AND Hydrogen

  •  06/13/2025 01:56 PM

Is hydrogen making a comeback? GM isn’t abandoning fuel cells—instead, it's betting on both EVs and hydrogen for a sustainable automotive future. Learn why this strategy could be a game-changer.

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Why Open-Source Car Software Will Never Happen (And Why That's Dangerous)

  •  06/12/2025 06:30 AM

Modern cars are no longer just machines—they’re locked-down computers on wheels. From encrypted firmware to paywalled repairs, automakers are eroding consumer rights. Discover how proprietary software is killing the right to repair and what it means for the future of car ownership.

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8 min read

If Cyberpunk Cars Existed, Society Would Collapse (And It’d Be Glorious)

  •  06/09/2025 12:29 PM

Explore the reality of cyberpunk cars in a futuristic dystopia: vertical highways, neural-linked vehicles, and black-market tech. How would society adapt to AI-driven war machines and corporate-controlled roads? A deep dive into high-tech automotive chaos.

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6 min read

The 12 Weirdest Marketing Stunts That Actually Sold Cars

  •  06/06/2025 04:10 PM

From Tesla’s Roadster in space to Van Damme’s epic truck splits, discover 12 of the wildest car marketing stunts that didn’t just go viral—they actually sold cars. Buckle up for creativity at its most outrageous!

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10 min read

The Government Is Coming For Your Mods – And You’re Helping Them

  •  06/01/2025 12:57 PM

How the EPA’s crackdown on modified exhausts, ECU tuning, and aftermarket parts is killing car culture. Learn about emissions laws, snitch incentives, and the surveillance tech eroding automotive freedom.

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Why Mechanics Hate Tesla Owners (And They’re Right To)

  •  05/29/2025 04:20 AM

Tesla promised a maintenance-free future, but mechanics know the truth: EVs still break. From battery failures to suspension woes, discover why Tesla owners and repair shops are locked in a culture war over who’s to blame when things go wrong.

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10 min read

Stop Butchering Survivors: The Dark Side Of The Restomod Boom

  •  05/28/2025 03:54 PM

The restomod trend is destroying irreplaceable classic cars in the name of 'improvement.' Learn why cutting up survivors erases automotive history—and why originality is the future of collecting.

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7 min read

The Automaker Wars No One Talks About: Niche Competitions In Weird Segments

  •  05/26/2025 03:38 PM

Discover the auto industry's weirdest wars—from slowest cars to amphibious vehicles and fake manuals. These bizarre rivalries prove carmakers will compete over anything.

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12 min read

The Science Behind Inline-Six And V6 Engines – Which Is Superior?

  •  05/23/2025 04:06 PM

Wondering whether an inline-6 or V6 engine is better? We compare power, sound, tuning potential, and reliability in this deep dive into straight-six vs. V6 engines—perfect for car enthusiasts and builders.

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The $100-Per-Vehicle Savings That Could Make Ford The AV Fleet Leader

  •  05/20/2025 03:46 PM

Ford’s shift from cellular to CV2X-PC5 signals a major leap in autonomous vehicle efficiency, security, and cost savings. Explore the patent’s implications for smart cities, regulatory challenges, and Ford’s competitive edge in the AV race.

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The 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid's Dirty Little Secret: Why Its 'Best Value' Claim Doesn't Hold Up

  •  05/19/2025 01:49 PM

Award-winning but imperfect—the 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid's real-world fuel economy disappoints, costing drivers $300+ extra annually in gas. See how it compares to the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and Honda CR-V Hybrid in this critical deep dive.

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You’re Being Watched—And Your Car Is The Snitch

  •  05/17/2025 09:25 AM

From real-time telemetry to in-cabin cameras, today’s cars collect shocking amounts of personal data—often without consent. This investigation reveals how automakers, insurers, and third parties exploit your driving behavior and why true privacy may require ditching "smart" cars altogether.

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